Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 250 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 105.1 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 188.7 in | -13.8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 69.7 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 69.7 in | 63.2 in | 6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3444 lb. | 3565 lb. | -121 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.5 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.4 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 51.0 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 44.1 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.1 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 53.7 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 52.6 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 33.9 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -4.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Too small for kids see full Subaru Outback review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Too short! I am 6ft tall and the front passenger seat leaves me feeling very cramped. Drivers position is better. Seats also too narrow. Maybe plenty of room for skinny folks, but not for us folks that are large boned :-) see full Subaru Outback review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The Outback is much smaller (but not cheaper) than the XC70. see full Subaru Outback review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very tight and narrow rear seat room. feels much bumpier in the rear seat than the front seat. see full Subaru Outback review |